Triumph Speedmaster
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| Manufacturer | Triumph Motorcycles Ltd |
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| Production | 2002–2004 790 cc (48 cu in) 2005–2007 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (carburettor) since 2007 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (fuel injection) |
| Engine | 865 cc (52.8 cu in) air-cooled, DOHC, parallel-twin, 270° |
| Power | 61 bhp (45 kW) @ 6,800 rpm[citation needed] |
| Torque | 55 lbf⋅ft (75 N⋅m) @ 3,300 rpm[citation needed] |
| Transmission | 5-speed gearbox, chain final drive |
| Wheelbase | 1,660 mm (65.2 in) |
| Dimensions | L: 2,420 mm (95.3 in) W: 830 mm (32.7 in) H: 1,160 mm (45.7 in) |
| Seat height | 720 mm (28.3 in) |
| Weight | 229 kg (504 lb)[citation needed] (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 imp gal (20 L; 5.2 US gal) |
The Speed Master is a Triumph Motorcycles Ltd motorcycle designed and built in Hinkley, Leicestershire. Launched in 2002 with a 790 cc (48 cu in) twin-cylinder engine, the displacement was increased to 865 cc (52.8 cu in) in 2005 and the Speed Master was upgraded to fuel injection in 2007.[1]
Development
The Triumph Speed Master was launched in 2003 as a 'factory custom' cruiser based on the Bonneville America. The original model had the 790 cc (48 cu in) air-cooled DOHC twin engine and had an extended 1,660 mm (65.2 in) wheelbase with the crankshaft at 270 degrees. Main differences from the Bonneville America included black finish to the engine, shortened gearing, a flat handlebar on risers, one piece saddle and cast alloy wheels with twin front discs, in place of the single disc of the America. The 'Speed Master' name was last used in 1965 for the Bonneville T120R by American importers but not by the Triumph factory.[2]
In 2005, the engine capacity was increased to 865 cc (52.8 cu in) (carburettor-fuelled) delivering peak power at 6,500 rpm, with maximum torque of 68Nm available at 3,500 rpm.[1] In 2007, a multipoint sequential fuel injection model was launched, with a new design alloy wheels, a restyled chain cover, pillion footrest hanger and upper fork shrouds, as well as slash cut silencers and four new paint schemes.[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b c [better source needed]"2005 Triumph Speedmaster". Retrieved 2009-04-16.
- ^ "First Ride: Triumph Speedmaster Motorcycle". Retrieved 2009-04-16.